~:[CH12 - Day 46]:~ When They Fly

 
~:[CH12 - Day 46]:~ When They Fly

The sun set and the athletes were still out there working. It's a bit tougher now that we start 30 minutes later for practice, but what can we do? The sunlight runs out and the athletes have to quickly wrap up their practice as we have no lights to allow them to keep going. Of course, I am proud of the work they do and the fact that they keep pushing themselves and doing what they can. It's not always the case, as I need to mold some of these athletes and try to get them to do what they need to do. Sadly, it sometimes can be a bit harder to get them to focus and do what is necessary to be prepared. In class, I had an issue with one of the students and it definitely made me sad to see a student who clipped their own wings. It's never my hope as an educator to see a student or athlete flutter. While they make mistakes and poor decisions, I only hope that their wings will heal and they will feel that moment when they begin their ascent as they begin to fly. In life, I am not sure if everyone gets this chance. I feel as if some people just don't allow things to fall into place or others who don't get the opportunity. For now, I'll look forward to the day that my students and athlete will fly and when they fly, it truly will be a moment that will stick with them forever and one that will remain with me as well. I don't get to see this moment for all my students and athletes, but even if it takes them a lifetime to finally do it, I truly hope they get to experience that feeling, as everyone deserves that chance to fly.